Coimbatore International Airport

VOCB / CJB

Coimbatore, IN

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
8 kt
210°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOCB 141600Z 21008KT 4000 BR SCT012 FEW020TCU SCT080 25/22 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,324 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,524 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,324 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,324 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Coimbatore International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,200 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,200 ft, few at 2,000 ft (TCU), scattered at 8,000 ft. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light DZ/BR, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,324 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,482 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,000 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOCB 141100Z 1412/1518 23010KT 5000 -DZ/BR FEW012 SCT080 TEMPO 1412/1418 FEW012 FEW020TCU/CB SCT080 TEMPO 1500/1503 3000 BR BECMG 1503/1504 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Light DZ/BR
00:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
03:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OCB
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
8,480 ft 150 ft ASP 46°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOCB

10,525 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.1%
MVFR
54.3%
IFR
43.7%
LIFR
1.9%

Coimbatore International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 45.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 39°C with an average of 27.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.3%
NE
18%
E
30.9%
SE
2.7%
S
6.6%
SW
31.5%
W
1.7%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.2°C
Range: 17°C to 39°C
17°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,525 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coimbatore International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOCB
IATA Code: CJB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,324 ft MSL

Location

City: Coimbatore
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.030000°
Longitude: 77.043404°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,480 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coimbatore International Airport

Overview

Coimbatore International Airport serves as a key aviation facility in southern India, located at an elevation of 1,324 feet MSL near the city of Coimbatore. The airport operates a single runway (05/23) measuring 8,480 feet in length, accommodating medium-sized aircraft and international operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates challenging flying conditions, with 53.8% of observations reporting IFR and 42.7% MVFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the southwest at an average of 6.9 knots, with occasional peaks up to 23 knots. Temperature variability ranges from 17°C to 34°C, with an average of 26.1°C, suggesting potential thermal considerations during operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning at 11.030000, 77.043404 places it in a region with consistent wind patterns and minimal terrain obstacles. The asphalt runway provides stable surface conditions, and the relatively high elevation may impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 1.9 knots. January, September, and October present the most favorable VFR conditions for pilots, offering the most stable weather for approach and departure operations. Pilots should anticipate potential IFR transitions and prepare accordingly.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.